New Leadership at VLMK Engineering + Design
Special News • October 23, 2023
VLMK Engineering + Design Welcomes Chris Palmateer as New President, as Greg Blefgen Transitions to Advisory Role
VLMK Engineering + Design is excited to announce a significant leadership transition as the company prepares for a new era of growth and innovation.
After an exemplary tenure spanning 21 years as President of VLMK Engineering + Design, Greg Blefgen has decided to transition into an advisory role on the Board of Directors. His steadfast dedication and visionary leadership have been instrumental in the firm’s success over the years.
We are thrilled to introduce Chris Palmateer as the new President of VLMK Engineering + Design. Chris, a longtime partner and esteemed board member, brings a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of our industry. His leadership will undoubtedly steer the company to new heights as we embark on this exciting journey. Palmateer joined VLMK in 1995 providing structural engineering designs to a wide array of projects. It didn’t take long for him to make the migration into the firm’s well established prime industrial team. The move has allowed him to collaborate with many of the firms’ largest clients and biggest projects.
“I am honored to take on this new role as President of VLMK Engineering + Design,” said Chris Palmateer. “I look forward to building on the strong foundation laid by Fred Van Domelen and working closely with our talented team to shape the future of our firm. Our commitment to excellence and innovation remains unwavering.”
Greg Blefgen’s contributions to VLMK Engineering + Design is immeasurable, and we are grateful for his commitment to our team and clients. Blefgen joined VLMK in May of 1989 after working with the Army Corp of Engineers. In 2002, founder Fred Van Domelen passed his role as president to Blefgen before fully retiring. During Blefgen’s time as the company leader, VLMK expanded and refined their services within the industrial development community, grew the staff to 44 individuals across three offices in three different states and oversaw the rebranding from VLMK Consulting Engineers to VLMK Engineering + Design. As he moves into his advisory role, we are confident that his guidance will continue to be a valuable asset.
This transition reflects VLMK Engineering + Design’s dedication to evolving and adapting to meet the changing needs of our clients and industry. With Chris Palmateer at the helm, we are excited about the opportunities ahead and confident in our ability to continue delivering exceptional engineering and design solutions.
About VLMK Engineering + Design
VLMK Engineering + Design is an engineering and design firm committed to delivering pragmatic, expert solutions to a wide range of clients, both as subconsultants and prime consultants. With a team of dedicated professionals and a passion for excellence, VLMK has earned a reputation for exceeding client expectations. From concept to completion, VLMK is dedicated to shaping a brighter future through creative design and engineering for commercial, light industrial, retail, multi-family, and entertainment projects across the United States. With offices in Portland, Oregon, Vancouver, Washington, and Phoenix, Arizona, VLMK is licensed to provide consulting engineering services in thirty-five states.
For more information about VLMK Engineering + Design and its services, please visit www.vlmk.com.
